Emily Brontë 
Sturmhöhe 
Wuthering Heights – Klassiker der Weltliteratur

In Emily Brontë’s ‘Sturmhöhe’, the reader is transported to the eerie and desolate moors of Yorkshire where the intense and tumultuous love story between Heathcliff and Catherine Earnshaw unfolds. Brontë’s writing style is characterized by its dark and gothic themes, as well as its passionate and sometimes violent portrayal of human emotions. Set against the backdrop of the isolated and haunting landscape, ‘Sturmhöhe’ delves deep into themes of revenge, betrayal, and the destructive power of unrequited love, making it a timeless classic in English literature. Emily Brontë, one of the famed Brontë sisters, drew upon her own experiences growing up in a parsonage on the Yorkshire moors to create the vividly atmospheric setting of ‘Sturmhöhe’. As a recluse and introvert, Brontë’s complex personality shines through in her creation of the brooding and enigmatic character of Heathcliff, whose passionate nature mirrors her own inner turmoil. It is said that ‘Sturmhöhe’ was Emily Brontë’s only novel, but its lasting impact on literature is undeniable. For those who appreciate dark and atmospheric classics, ‘Sturmhöhe’ is a must-read. Brontë’s masterful storytelling and haunting depiction of love and loss will captivate readers and leave them pondering the complexities of human relationships long after turning the final page.